Templar Hunt Guide: Locating All Members in Assassin’s Creed Shadows (Spoilers)

SPOILER WARNING: This article contains spoilers for Yasuke’s personal story, as well as the involvement of the Templar in Assassin’s Creed Shadows.

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After Yasuke hears rumors of “worse men” from his past being active in Japan, the Yasuke’s Past quests will require players to complete the Templar Hunt Objective Board. Here’s how and where to find every Templar target in Assassin’s Creed Shadows, starting with Kimura Kei.

How to Find the Templar Kimura Kei in Assassin’s Creed Shadows

Your first lead on Kimura Kei’s location comes from a ronin contact in Kii. You'll find him in central Nakahechi Route at the inn in Takahara Village. If needed, use Scouts to pinpoint his exact location. Look for the building marked with green flags next to a cherry blossom tree. Inside, a ronin dressed in Oda Clan attire awaits. Speak to him, and he will direct you to find a recruiter named Kumabe Ujiie.

Where to Find Kumabe Ujiie

Kumabe Ujiie is located in northern Kii, specifically at a cemetery in Koyasan, northeast of Kongobuji Temple. He walks with an escort of ronin, but do not engage them. Approach Kumabe Ujiie and select the “I seek guidance” dialogue option. Follow him, and he will eventually reveal Kimura Kei's whereabouts.

How and Where to Assassinate Kimura Kei

Kimura Kei’s Training Grounds are situated in the southwest portion of Kii, just north of the shore, midway between Sazae Oni Shores and Nakahechi Route. Upon arrival, follow the other students to reach Kimura Kei. He will recognize Yasuke and order his students to attack.

Yasuke will be surrounded by attacking ronin, with more joining the fray as you advance toward Kimura Kei. Equip your highest-level armor and weapons for this challenge. Exploiting the strategically placed red explosive barrels along the path with your bow or teppo can help manage large groups of enemies effectively.

The confrontation with Kimura Kei triggers a multi-phase boss fight, where stealth assassination is not an option. Equip armor with engravings that enable you to parry unblockable attacks, as Kimura Kei frequently employs them.

In the first phase, he primarily uses a standard Katana. Parry his attacks to make him vulnerable, then utilize posture attacks and abilities to break down his armor. As his armor nears breaking, he switches to a Long Katana and standard Katana, increasing the frequency of unblockable attacks. Focus on dodging and striking between his attacks.

When Kimura Kei's health reaches half, the fight shifts outdoors. Here, he unleashes highly damaging unblockable attacks using both Katana. Dodge frequently and maintain distance when necessary. Utilizing a bow or teppo for ranged attacks can be highly effective.

Every Reward for Killing Kimura Kei in Assassin’s Creed Shadows

Defeating Kimura Kei rewards you with 3,000 XP, some Mon, and the Templar-themed Destroyer Samurai Armor and Helmet. The armor features an engraving that reduces the impact of enemy attacks, while the helmet grants Yasuke a 10% damage boost for every 10% of health missing.

How to Find the Silver Queen in Assassin’s Creed Shadows

Once the Shinbakufu are defeated, the Silver Queen becomes available on the Templar Board, aiding the Portuguese in their pillaging of Tamba. Similar to Kimura Kei, you must engage with several contacts before reaching her, starting with the spy.

Where to Find and Talk to The Spy

The spy, crucial for information on the Silver Queen, is located in Southeast Tamba in the Silver Lands. Upon entering the investigation area, locate him sitting on a rug under a small structure near a wooden cart and crates. Conversing with him will reveal the Silver Queen's location.

Where to Meet the Silver Queen

Find the Silver Queen in the town of Tada, just northeast of Tada Kakurega. She'll be conversing with Portuguese soldiers. Approach and speak to her, then follow her to her house for tea. Be cautious, as you will wake up in Tada Silver Mine after being drugged.

How to Escape from Tada Silver Mine

Upon waking in a locked room within Tada Silver Mine, sprint into the door to break it open. After dispatching the guards, choose between fighting or sneaking out. Sneaking is recommended for efficiency. Head southwest out of the mine, eliminating any enemies in your path until you escape.

How to Locate Akechi Mitsuyoshi

The Silver Queen tasks Yasuke with rescuing her brother, Akechi Mitsuyoshi, in exchange for information on Yasuke’s true target. After escaping Tada Silver Mine, head north toward Kameyama Castle. If supplies are needed, visit the Kakurega just north of Senneji Temple in Kameyama.

Activate Pathfinder and navigate through Kameyama Castle, eliminating guards along the suggested path. Inside the living quarters, find a bleeding servant who provides a key to the castle’s Tenshu.

How to Free Akechi Mitsuyoshi and Retrieve His Katana

With the key to the castle’s Tenshu, enter the main castle building beneath the Viewpoint and unlock the door where Akechi Mitsuyoshi is held. Follow him as he escapes, using your bow or teppo to protect him from distant enemies. After his liberation, return to the castle to retrieve his Katana from Baltazar after defeating him. Baltazar is surrounded by soldiers, so clear them first for a one-on-one confrontation. Use abilities and posture attacks to break Baltazar’s guard and deal vulnerable damage.

Once Baltazar is defeated and the Katana retrieved, head north to Atago Shrine. There, speak with Akechi Mitsuyoshi and follow him to the Shrine to receive the location of your next target.

How to Find and Assassinate Nuno Caro

Yasuke's ultimate target, Nuno Caro, is preparing to leave Japan. He is located in Western Tamba at Takeda Castle, high atop a mountain at the end of a winding road. Activate Pathfinder for the most direct route.

Takeda Castle is heavily guarded with enemies and alarm bells. Stealth is less viable for Yasuke, so disable the alarm bells using your bow or teppo. As you ascend, you'll reach a set of double doors leading to Nuno Caro.

Eliminate Nuno Caro’s men as you climb the castle to pursue him. At the summit, you'll engage Nuno Caro in a boss fight. His combat style mirrors that of his soldiers, using a sword and pistol. His sword attacks include a combo of up to four swipes, which you can block or parry. Dodge when his pistol glows red to avoid its shot. Use abilities to deal significant damage and make him vulnerable, then attack in cycles until he is defeated. With Nuno Caro's demise, the Templar Hunt Objective Board is completed.

Assassin’s Creed Shadows is available from March 20th on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.